2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 121 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |